Skamania County has implemented a full burn ban effective August 4, 2026, prohibiting all outdoor burning due to high fire danger. The ban applies countywide and was announced by the Sheriff's Office in multiple public safety updates.
The county also approved Pine Creek Cabin Events Center, a rural event facility proposal by Pine Creek Cabin, LLC at 591 Sasquatch Way in Cougar. The approval was finalized at a recent county meeting, allowing the development of the event center on the specified property.
Multiple search and rescue operations were reported by the Sheriff's Office during August 2026, including hiker rescues and fire monitoring. The Sheriff's Office is actively recruiting for its Search and Rescue team to support ongoing public safety efforts.
In Stevenson, a resident has submitted a rezoning request for a 0.48-acre parcel at 201 SW Attwell to allow multifamily housing. The request is under review by county planning officials.
Residents are urged to comply with the burn ban and stay informed about public safety updates through the Sheriff's Office. The county will continue monitoring fire conditions and providing updates as needed.
What to watch next: The rezoning request for multifamily housing in Stevenson and ongoing fire safety conditions as the burn ban remains in effect.